archwife

/ɑːrˈtʃaɪfaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A woman who is the wife of an archon, especially in ancient Greece.

“She was the archwife of the city council during her husband’s term.”

2. noun

A woman who holds a high position of authority, especially in a social or ceremonial context.

“The community’s archwife led the procession during the harvest festival.”

Synonyms

  • high priestess
  • matriarch

Antonyms

  • servant
  • subordinate